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Thunderstorm warnings in Northern Vietnam and Hanoi
Showers and thunderstorms are likely to occur in Northern Vietnam and Hanoi today.
1 min readUpdated Nov 5, 2026, 6:30 AM
- Thunderstorms
- Rain
Currently, the weather in Northern provinces, especially in Hanoi, shows strong convective clouds, leading to a high possibility of showers, thunderstorms, and possibly tornadoes, lightning, and hail. According to forecasts, Hanoi will experience showers and thunderstorms this afternoon, with total rainfall reaching 20-40mm, and some areas may exceed this amount.
Residents need to stay alert and take precautions against potential risks such as landslides in mountainous areas and flooding in low-lying areas. Especially during thunderstorms, it is advised to stay indoors and seek shelter to minimize risks from lightning strikes.
Heavy rain may also affect traffic, so everyone should plan their travel accordingly today.
Compiled from official Vietnamese hydro-meteorological bulletins. Source: Trung tâm Dự báo Khí tượng Thủy văn quốc gia: ; Trung tâm Dự báo Khí tượng Thủy văn quốc gia: ; Trung tâm Dự báo Khí tượng Thủy văn quốc gia:
Written by the Vietnam Travel Insider editorial team. Updated Nov 5, 2026, 6:30 AM


